1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 90 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
