2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 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 Crosswagon (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Crosswagon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
