1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 655 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 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 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Alhambra | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
