2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 904 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
