1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 90 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
