EK economy is nothing like Premium Economy
EK was one of the early adopters of 10 abreast seating in economy rather than 9 across on a 777
Flights have got more cramped. The aeroplanes have not increased in size, but the number of seats across has increased on numerous types - e.g. 10 on 777 , 9 instead of 8 across on 787s .... when was last time that a 747 passenger service operated with 9 across layout in economy