1980 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 80 | Altea |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 150 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 | 950 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |