1995 Hyundai Pony vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 264 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Hyundai Pony | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Pony | Altea |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |