1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 771 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
