2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 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 |
