1957 Seat 600 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 49 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 815 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 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Forester |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |