1996 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 16 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, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Alhambra | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2469 mm |
