1976 Mini MK III vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 820 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III. 2005 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1976 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1976 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK III | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | MK III | Altea |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
