1960 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
