2005 Seat Altea vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 35 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 515 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Altea | SP |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |