1947 Austin 16 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 16 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
