1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 108 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 782 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Alfa Romeo Seat
Model Alfasud Alhambra
Year Released 1980 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.7:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 217 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 918 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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