| Attribute | Avro Athena × | Curtiss SC Seahawk × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Avro | Curtiss |
| Model | Avro Athena | Curtiss SC Seahawk |
| Country | United Kingdom | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1948 | 1944 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 1950 | 1945 |
| Type | Military Trainers | Amphibious |
| Icao | - | SC |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 1x Rolls-Royce Merlin 35 | 1x Wright R-1820-62 Cyclone |
| Power, hp (hp) | 1,280 | 1,350 |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 472 | 504 |
| Approach speed (km/h) | 130 | 128 |
| Travel range (km) | 889 | 1,006 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 8,839 | 11,369 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 10.41 | 12.7 |
| Take off distance (m) | 700 | - |
| Landing distance (m) | 650 | - |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 4,256 | 4,082 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 1,045 | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior length (m) | 11.37 | 11.09 |
| Tail height (m) | 3.93 | 4.88 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.45 | 1.4 |
| Wing span (m) | 12.2 | 12.5 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |