1976 Seat 124 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Celica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |