1949 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 295 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ2A 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, 2007 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ2A | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ2A | Altea |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
