1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 260 kg more than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Plymouth Barracuda 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 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Barracuda | Altea |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3250 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |