1978 Renault 18 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 598 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 18 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 18 | Altea |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |