1975 Seat 124 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | 124 | Chevette |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |