2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 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 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
