2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 565 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 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 166 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
