2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1438 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
