1976 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 625 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 124 | 159 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |