1978 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 904 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Kadett | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |