1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chrysler Newport 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 1979 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Newport | Altea |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2580 mm |
