1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 230 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 Xsara (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
