1977 Seat 124 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 124 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 124 | 146 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |