1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Seat 124 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Spider | 124 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |