1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 Seat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 40 | 124 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |