1977 Seat 124 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 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 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
