1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (66 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Corsair | 124 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
