1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 964 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |