1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 549 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati 420 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 420 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
