1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 516 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Tempo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
