1957 Seat 600 vs. 1993 Volvo 460

To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 36 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 515 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 1957 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Seat 600 1993 Volvo 460
Make Seat Volvo
Model 600 460
Year Released 1957 1993
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 19 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2510 mm