1970 Saab Sonett III vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett III would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Saab Sonett III | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | Sonett III | Altea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
