1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Aurelia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
