2008 Seat Altea vs. 1983 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Nova 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 124 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 712 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 1983 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Altea | Nova |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |