2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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 Chrysler Sebring (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Sebring | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
