1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1961 Seat 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 55 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1961 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, 1957 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 55 | 600 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |