1957 Seat 600 vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 41 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 550 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.
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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Seat | TVR |
Model | 600 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |