1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 166 | 124 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |