1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 751 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corona | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Corona | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |