1978 Ford Capri vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 186 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
