1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 419 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
