1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ferrari 308 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 1981 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Altea. 2011 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 308 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
