2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 615 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Malibu | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
