1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 450 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Dart | 124 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
