1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1977 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 135 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2430 mm |
