2001 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
