1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 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 87 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 196 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200. 2012 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1974 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 1200 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
