1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 33 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
