2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 455 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 156 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
