1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 706 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AMC | Seat |
| Model | Ambassador | 124 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
