1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 129 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.

Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Mondial 2001 Seat Alhambra
Make Ferrari Seat
Model Mondial Alhambra
Year Released 1990 2001
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3405 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 55 L


 

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