1991 Renault 19 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 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 465 kg more than 1991 Renault 19. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 19 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
