1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 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 1961 Fiat 500. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2850 mm |
