1978 Seat 127 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 127 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
