1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 929 | Altea |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |