1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 7 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 75 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
