1984 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 592 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | LN | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
