1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 540 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Vedette 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 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Vedette | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
