1985 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
