1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | 2CV | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
