1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Caprice | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |