1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 838 kg more than 1976 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Alhambra | 1976 Audi 80 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Alhambra | 80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |