1975 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
