1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Because 1971 Buick Skylark 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 1971 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2003 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1971 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Skylark | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
