1970 Fiat Dino vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,416 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1970 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Dino | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
