1946 Austin 16 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 16 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
