1985 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 26 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea.
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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 100 | Altea |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 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 | 1260 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |