1975 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 218 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 843 kg more than 1975 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | 124 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3053 mm |
