1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 Fiat Dino 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 1969 Fiat Dino. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Dino | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
