1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 50 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | GT | 124 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |