1970 Rover P5B 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 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 650 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 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover P5B | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | P5B | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3527 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
