2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 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 19 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 431 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alhambra | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
