2008 Seat Altea vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte 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 135 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 907 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Altea | Fronte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 355 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |