1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 131 (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulia | 131 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
