1957 Seat 600 vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 56 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, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 825 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 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Seat 600 | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2635 mm |
