1957 Seat 600 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1197 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 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Actyon |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
