1977 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 635 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Capri 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Capri | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |