1952 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 89 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | 40 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2850 mm |
