1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 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 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Vedette | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
