1967 Alvis TF vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF.
Because 1967 Alvis TF 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 1967 Alvis TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Alvis | Seat |
Model | TF | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |