1960 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 50 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1580 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 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Seat 600 2010 Hyundai Terracan
Make Seat Hyundai
Model 600 Terracan
Year Released 1960 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 598 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 19 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2760 mm


 

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