1959 Seat 600 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 46 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 840 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Seat 600 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
