1960 Seat 600 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 46 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 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1270 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 600 | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Captiva |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 2403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |