2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | BT-50 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
