1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
Because 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 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 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 320 | Altea |
Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |