1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 499 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Colt | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
