1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 269 kg more than 1970 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Apollo | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
