1981 Audi UR vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | UR | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
