2009 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 31 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 895 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
