2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1996 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
