1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Seat Alhambra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
