1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 108 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
