1983 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett 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 34 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 202 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Kadett | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Altea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
