1976 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 850 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
