1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 567 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 850 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
