1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 51 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 450 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, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Aurelia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
