1979 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 124 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
