2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1975 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
