1963 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin Princess 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 1963 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Princess | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |