1977 Seat 124 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 42 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 124 | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | 124 | Nova |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |