1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 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 BMW 1600. 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 (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 1600 | Altea |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |