1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1960 Seat 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 2000 | 600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |