2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 144 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1958 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Seat | Rover |
| Model | Alhambra | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
