1994 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Scoupe | Altea |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
