1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 36 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 249 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 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 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 |