2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 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 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 652 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Alhambra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
