2001 Seat Alhambra vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 860 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L 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 1974 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Alhambra | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Alhambra | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
