2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 965 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Seicento | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
