1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1998 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Alhambra | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Alhambra | 220 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |