1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | V6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
