2004 Seat Alhambra vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Seat 600 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 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Alhambra | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Alhambra | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |