1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 402 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | F 93 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
