2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
