1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 490 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 164 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
