1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | Altea |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |