1957 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1083 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, 2008 Volvo C70, 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
