1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Saxo (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Saxo | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
