1960 Seat 600 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 600 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 600 | 265 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |