1971 Land Rover Serie II 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 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Land Rover Serie II 1999 Seat Alhambra
Make Land Rover Seat
Model Serie II Alhambra
Year Released 1971 1999
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2286 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 201 HP
Torque 158 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2070 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2830 mm


 

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