2003 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1970 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
