1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Seat 600
To start off, 1968 Seat 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1968 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 1968 Seat 600 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 90 | 600 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |