1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 70 | 124 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |