1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 445 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, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TC 108 G | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
