2008 Seat Altea vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Fronte 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 75 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 891 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Altea | Fronte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |