1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 345 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 155 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
