1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1997 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 890 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 1997 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Corsair | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |