1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 Seat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1972 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | 300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2430 mm |
