1975 Peugeot 604 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 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 1975 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 604 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 604 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
