1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Malibu | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
