2004 Seat Altea vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Altea | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Altea | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
