1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 897 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2004 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Altea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
