1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 46 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | ZX | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
