1957 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 871 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | C5 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
