1970 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Torana | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
