1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 34 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1190 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, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
