1975 Seat 124 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 34 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 465 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 124 | TT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
