1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corsica | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
