1960 Austin 7 vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1963 Seat 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin 7 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin 7 (60 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1960 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | 7 | 600 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 40 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |