1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 125 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, 1979 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Saxo | 124 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |