1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 324 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
