1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
