1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 556 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Cortina | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
