1971 Honda Z 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 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Z | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
