1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 380 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 164 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
