1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 910 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Publica | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
