1957 Seat 600 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1038 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 600 | S60 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |