1970 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lancia Fulvia | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Fulvia | Altea |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |