1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 6 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 70 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | Coupe | 124 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
