2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 446 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | XT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
