1942 Jeep MB vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1942 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 644 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | MB | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
