1975 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2838 mm |