1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Cedric 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 1977 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Altea |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
