1963 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul 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 60 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 842 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. 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 1963 Ford Consul. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Consul | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |