1957 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 884 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Appia | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |