2004 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
