1958 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 54 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600.
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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Seat 600 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2639 mm |
