2001 Seat Alhambra vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 735 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Alhambra | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
