1985 Citroen Visa 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 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 529 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | Altea |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |