1956 Buick 40 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 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 660 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 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | 40 | 124 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |