1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Corolla | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
