1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 484 kg more than 1977 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 Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Falcon | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
