1980 Plymouth Horizon 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 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon 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 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 666 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Plymouth Horizon 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Plymouth Seat
Model Horizon Alhambra
Year Released 1980 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1714 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1666 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2850 mm