1957 Holden FE vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 700 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Holden FE 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 Holden FE. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | FE | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
