1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 4 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 856 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Newport | 124 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2430 mm |
