2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 864 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Alhambra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
