1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 270 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
