1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 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 47 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Simca 1301 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 1968 Simca 1301. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Alhambra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
