1957 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 51 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 900 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 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | 600 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |