2005 Seat Altea vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 805 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 ZAZ Jalta 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 1963 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Altea | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Seat | ZAZ |
| Model | Altea | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2030 mm |
