2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 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) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 848 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 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 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Seat | Wartburg |
| Model | Alhambra | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
