1947 Austin 16 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1962 Seat 600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | 16 | 600 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |