2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 156 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
