2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 420 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 Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Seat 124 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Spider | 124 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |