1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Falcon | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |