2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
