1981 Renault 9 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 730 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 9 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
