2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 449 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Alhambra | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |