1980 Opel Kadett vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. Both 1980 Opel Kadett and 2008 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Opel Kadett. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Opel Kadett. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Kadett | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Altea |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
