2003 Seat Altea vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 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 61 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 725 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Altea | 33 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |