1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1969 Seat 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 55 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 55 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
