1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 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 Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AMC | Seat |
| Model | Javelin | 124 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
