1968 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | DS | 124 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |