1991 Mazda 121 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 530 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121.
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, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 121 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 121 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
