1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 8 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | AMC | Seat |
Model | Ambassador | Altea |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |