1973 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Rekord 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 1973 Opel Rekord. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Rekord | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Rekord | Altea |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
