1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger 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 1972 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Charger | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |