1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fairlane | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
