2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 578 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Alhambra | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
