1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 446 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 2600 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |