1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Visa | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
