2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 670 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
