1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Because 1991 Porsche 968 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 1991 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 968 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
