1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 114 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Cutlass | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |