1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Familia | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Familia | Altea |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |