2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 663 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, 2002 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | 300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
