1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 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 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 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 |
