1975 Seat 124 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.

Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Seat 124 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make Seat Toyota
Model 124 Corolla
Year Released 1975 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1196 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 77 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 774 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2340 mm