1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra 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 41 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Alhambra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
