1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | 124 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |