1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corsica | Altea |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
