1995 Citroen C vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 820 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C | Altea |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
