1986 Italdesign Machimoto vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Italdesign Machimoto | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Italdesign | Seat |
Model | Machimoto | Altea |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |