1959 Seat 600 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Seat 600 | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Gol |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |