1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 862 kg more than 1971 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Galaxie | 124 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
