1992 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 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, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
