1973 Seat 124 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 124 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 124 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |