1970 Triumph 1300 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 277 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1300 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Triumph | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
