1975 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
