1973 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 124 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
