1980 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1980 Citroen CX is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 295 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | 124 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
