1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 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 70 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 895 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. 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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Alhambra | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Alhambra | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
