2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 147 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
