1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 285 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Centura | 124 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
