1977 Seat 124 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 7 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 124 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |