1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 955 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | LNA | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
