1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 680 kg more than 1973 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | 124 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
