2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Century 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 1975 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Alhambra | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |