1971 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 688 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Capri | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Capri | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |