2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | 300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
