1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fairlane | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
