2003 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
