1969 Plymouth Barracuda 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 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 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 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Plymouth Barracuda 2004 Seat Altea
Make Plymouth Seat
Model Barracuda Altea
Year Released 1969 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6285 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2580 mm


 

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