1978 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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) has 0 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 116 kg more than 1979 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1000 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 |
