1958 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 54 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P5 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |