2001 Seat Alhambra vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Because 1976 Holden Statesman 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 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Alhambra | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Alhambra | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
