1958 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 52 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1404 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, 2010 Kia Sedona, 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Seat 600 | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | 600 | Sedona |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4811 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2891 mm |