1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfetta | Tango |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
