1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 29 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 656 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, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Kadett | Altea |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |