1957 Seat 600 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 45 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1275 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 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
