1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 713 kg more than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza 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 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | DKW | Seat |
Model | 3-6 Monza | Altea |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 76 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |