1960 Seat 600 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 42 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 1005 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, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 600 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Seat | Acura |
| Model | 600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
