1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 669 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 2006 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ford Corsair 2006 Seat Alhambra
Make Ford Seat
Model Corsair Alhambra
Year Released 1965 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 97 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.7 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.4 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1031 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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