1972 Honda Life vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1998 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Life | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2830 mm |