1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2002 Seat Alhambra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 888 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 2002 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Festiva | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
