1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 213 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1976 Ford Fairlane 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 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fairlane | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |