2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 29 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C2 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
