2008 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | R8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
