1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 2 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | VIP | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
