1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | RS 200 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
