1959 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 989 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.

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