1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 356 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
