1978 Seat 124 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 580 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Seat | Studebaker |
| Model | 124 | President State |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |
