1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Monaro | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
