1972 Seat 124 vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Opa weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Toyota Opa (202 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Opa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
