1969 Seat 124 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 29 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 470 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | C70 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |