1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 805 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Opti has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Opti | Altea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
