2005 Seat Altea vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century. 1983 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Altea | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Seat | Buick |
| Model | Altea | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2662 mm |
