1967 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 452 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | DS | 124 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
