1968 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 338 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 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 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 2006 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 100 | Altea |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |