2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 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 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 980 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | 300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 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 |
