1957 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1251 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 Nissan Murano, 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 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Seat | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Murano |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2824 mm |