1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 865 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Altea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
