2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 156 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
