1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 304 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
