2005 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 27 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 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 660 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, 2005 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1197 cc |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
