1960 Seat 600 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 32 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 721 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, 1992 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 600 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 600 | 240 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |