1969 Seat 124 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Celica |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |