1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 444 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1986 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, 1986 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) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
