1968 Renault 6 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 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 889 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
