1983 Renault 11 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 761 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 11 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
