1982 Simca 1100 vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 312 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. 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, 2011 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Simca | Seat |
| Model | 1100 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
