1985 Ferrari 208 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 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 439 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 208 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
