1960 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 906 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 600 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
