2005 Seat Altea vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Altea | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Altea | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
