1984 Rover Vitesse 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 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 Rover Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Rover Vitesse | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | Vitesse | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |