1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto. 1999 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Concerto | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
