2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 2 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 654 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
