1958 Seat 600 vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Alto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 54 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1985 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Seat 600 | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |
