1983 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | 124 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
