1983 Renault Siete vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 1983 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 565 kg more than 1983 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 (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Siete | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Siete | Altea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
