1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | Quattro | Altea |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |