1957 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 53 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, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 576 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, 2010 Fiat Albea, 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, 2010 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Albea |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
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 | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |