2003 Seat Altea vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1992 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Seat | Venturi |
Model | Altea | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |