2009 Seat Altea vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 694 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Altea | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Altea | Fronte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |