1958 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 50 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, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 914 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 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Seat 600 | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 600 | TT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| 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 | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
