1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 254 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 980 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 |
