1998 Acura Integra vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Seat Altea. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea. 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, 2010 Seat Altea (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2010 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | Integra | Altea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
