1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 726 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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 1975 BMW 1602. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 1602 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
