1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac Biarritz 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 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Biarritz | Altea |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
