1957 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 55 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, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6, 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | 600 | A6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2911 mm |