1982 Renault Siete vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault Siete 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) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 850 kg more than 1982 Renault Siete. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault Siete. 2004 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1982 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault Siete | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Siete | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
