1971 Holden Torana vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, both 1971 Holden Torana and 1971 Seat 124 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1971 Seat 124 | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Torana | 124 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 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 |