1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 369 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Beretta | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
