1956 Daimler DK vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 642 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Daimler DK 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 1956 Daimler DK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daimler DK | 2010 Seat Altea | |
Make | Daimler | Seat |
Model | DK | Altea |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |