1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1958 Seat 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante weights approximately 159 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Disco Volante | 600 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
| 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 | 156 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
