1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea.
Because 1966 Austin A 90 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 1966 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Altea. 2010 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1966 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1966 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2010 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 90 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
