1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Jeep | Altea |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |