2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 26 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 480 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 159 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
