1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Seat Alhambra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
