1957 Seat 600 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 54 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, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 554 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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Fit |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
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 | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2499 mm |