1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 81 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfasud | Altea |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |