1970 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 35 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 884 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Seat 124 | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | 124 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |