1959 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Holden Calais
To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 53 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, 2012 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Seat 600 | 2012 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
