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 |