1973 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 627 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |