1989 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 954 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Opel Corsa | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |