1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea. 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Rover Vitesse | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | Vitesse | Altea |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 201 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 | 1427 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |