2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona 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 80 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 606 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
