1986 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Altea weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Pontiac Fiero 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 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Altea. (201 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Fiero | 2010 Seat Altea | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Fiero | Altea |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |