1959 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 162 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | P4 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |