1960 Saab 93 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1961 Seat 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 748 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Saab 93 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93, 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, 1960 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 93 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
