1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 222 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 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 130 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
