1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
