1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 724 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |