2007 Seat Altea vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 745 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Altea | 1100 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 920 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 |