1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2000 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Chevrolet Camaro 2000 Seat Alhambra
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Camaro Alhambra
Year Released 1978 2000
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 358 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2850 mm


 

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