1958 Porsche 356 vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1998 Seat Alhambra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 980 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 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 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 356 | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 356 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
