1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1960 Seat 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1960 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:
1956 Porsche 356 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 356 | 600 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2010 mm |