1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 27 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | LeSabre | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 55 L |