1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1997 Seat Alhambra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Avanti | Seat |
Model | Avanti | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |