1986 AC Ace vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Ace | Altea |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
