1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 TVR 400. 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Alhambra | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
