1958 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 708 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Seat 600 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |