1989 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
