1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 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 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | 124 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1184 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
