1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Taunus weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Taunus | 124 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
