2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 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 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 706 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Seat | Wartburg |
Model | Alhambra | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |