2008 Seat Altea vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 696 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Altea | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |