1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 399 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Corsa | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Altea |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |