1975 Renault 30 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 319 kg more than 1975 Renault 30.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 30 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
