1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1998 Seat Alhambra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra, 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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1200 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |