2003 Seat Altea vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru DL 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 81 more horse power than 1983 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 845 kg more than 1983 Subaru DL. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Altea | DL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
