2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL 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 81 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 716 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | DL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
