1960 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 681 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 600 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Seat | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Cube |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |