1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 45 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
