1960 Seat 600 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 39 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 600 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
