1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 366 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Ascona | Altea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |