1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 676 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Imperial | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
