2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Malibu | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
