1988 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
