2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 240 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
