1978 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Aspen | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
