1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 694 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lada 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 1600 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |
