1969 Seat 124 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 33 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 355 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | 124 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |