1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | GT 1 | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |