1988 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
