1978 Seat 124 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Publica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |