1969 Seat 124 vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 1 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 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 185 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Seat | Chrysler |
| Model | 124 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
