1972 Holden Torana vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Torana | 124 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |