2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 664 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |