2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 846 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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2007 Seat Alhambra 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Seat Volkswagen
Model Alhambra Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2007 1966
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1896 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 69 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 7.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1666 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L