1957 Seat 600 vs. 2007 Seat Altea

To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 50 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, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 929 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, 2007 Seat Altea, 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Seat 600 2007 Seat Altea
Make Seat Seat
Model 600 Altea
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 19 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 1504 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2580 mm


 

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