2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 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 | 125 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
