1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | 124 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |