1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 2011 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | Altea |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |