1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1964 Seat 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 595 kg more than 1964 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 Chevrolet Corvair | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvair | 600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2368 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
