1996 Seat Alhambra vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 960 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Alhambra | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | Alhambra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |