1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni 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 48 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 724 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni. 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 1980 Dodge Omni. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Omni | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
