2005 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 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 |
