1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna 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 1984 Lotus Etna. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Etna | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
