1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.

Because 1989 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ferrari Mondial 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Ferrari Seat
Model Mondial Alhambra
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.6 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 70 L


 

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