1986 Renault 11 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 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Renault 11.
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, 1986 Renault 11 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 11 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 11 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
