1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Ambassador | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
