1986 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
