1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 124 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 1969 Fiat 124. 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 (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 124 | Altea |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |