1982 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 7 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 80 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
