1976 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
