1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 82 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Cortina (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1977 Seat 124 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | 124 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |