1998 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 749 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 1998 AC Cobra 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 1998 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
