1985 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 434 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 1985 Audi 200 has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Audi 200 2006 Seat Alhambra
Make Audi Seat
Model 200 Alhambra
Year Released 1985 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 223 km/hour 173 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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