1985 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 7 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
