2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 278 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
