1992 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Altea weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2010 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
