1969 Seat 124 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
