2008 Seat Altea vs. 1950 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 705 kg more than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2008 Seat Altea | 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Altea | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |