1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 604 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1981 Lotus Esprit 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 1981 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Esprit | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |