1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 1430 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1436 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
