1970 Seat 124 vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1970 Seat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 124 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 124 | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
