2003 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 980 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 |
