1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 960 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. 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 1958 Ford Anglia. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Anglia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
