1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 124 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
