1957 Seat 600 vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT is newer by 28 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, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 555 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 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | XT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
