2003 Seat Altea vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Altea | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
