1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 146 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Rekord | 124 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
