2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina 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 13 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 774 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. 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 1975 Toyota Carina. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Alhambra | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |