1996 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. 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, 1996 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Alhambra | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | Alhambra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
