1974 Seat 127 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 127 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | 127 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3053 mm |
