1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 500 | Altea |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |