1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1969 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
