2001 Seat Alhambra vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 730 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Skoda 440 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 1956 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Alhambra | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Alhambra | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
