1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 392 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 616 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
