1970 Opel GT vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | GT | Altea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
