1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | GT | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2430 mm |
