2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 166 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 970 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 |
