1957 Lotus Seven 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 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 906 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
