1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 173 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Mustang 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Ford Seat
Model Mustang Alhambra
Year Released 1972 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5753 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 178 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.8 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 10.7:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 217 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1527 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 70 L


 

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