1985 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 386 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
