2002 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
