1970 Seat 124 vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 299 kg more than 1970 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, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Seat 124 | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | 124 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |