1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2002 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 688 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
