2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1979 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 Pontiac G6 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | G6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
