2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
