2004 Opel Corsa vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
