1957 Seat 600 vs. 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Seat 600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
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, 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Seat | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 600 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
