1985 Citroen Visa 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 Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 894 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |