1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 338 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 75 | Altea |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |