1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra.

Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lancia Hit 2004 Seat Alhambra
Make Lancia Seat
Model Hit Alhambra
Year Released 1988 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2830 mm


 

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