1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | 1300 | Altea |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |