1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |