2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 156 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
