1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Pontiac GTO | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | GTO | Altea |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6375 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 366 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |