1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 406 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
