1985 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 23 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
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, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 201 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
