1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | Altea |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |