1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 576 kg more than 1975 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, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
Model | Tickford | 124 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |