1971 Seat 124 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1981 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Carina weights approximately 25 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, 1981 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Seat 124 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Carina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |