1989 Peugeot 205 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 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 964 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 205 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
