2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 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 73 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Steyr 500 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 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Seat | Steyr |
Model | Alhambra | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |