1979 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 875 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Kadett | Altea |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |