2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 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 GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | GTV | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
