1967 Opel Record vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 148 kg more than 1977 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Record | 124 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
