1951 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1957 Seat 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. In terms of performance, 1951 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1951 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jeep CJ3A | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ3A | 600 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
