1977 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 28 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 154 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (176 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
