2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
