1978 Seat 124 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 42 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | 124 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |