1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 750 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |