2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 660 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Alhambra | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
