1978 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 74 kg more than 1970 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1970 Seat 124 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Capri | 124 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |