2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
