1957 Seat 600 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1681 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2893 mm |