1983 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 825 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
