1957 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600.
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 Peugeot 408, 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 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
