1979 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1979 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 C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2820 mm |
