1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 760 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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.
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1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Consorte | Altea |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |