1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 210 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ3A | Altea |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
