1975 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 80 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
