1960 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 991 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran
Make Seat Volkswagen
Model 600 Touran
Year Released 1960 2008
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 598 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 19 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 1566 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2680 mm


 

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