2008 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 610 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
