1978 Seat 124 vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1997 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 845 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |