1959 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 49 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 994 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, 2008 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Seat 600 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
