2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alhambra | Velox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
