1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |