1953 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 887 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Lancia Appia 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia. 2007 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Appia | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Appia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
