1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 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 22 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
