1978 Buick Century vs. 2012 Seat Altea

To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.

Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1978 Buick Century (250 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Altea. (200 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Buick Century 2012 Seat Altea
Make Buick Seat
Model Century Altea
Year Released 1978 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 148 HP
Torque 250 Nm 200 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1192 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2470 mm


 

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