2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 970 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio 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, 1992 Subaru Vivio 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
