1960 Seat 600 vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1537 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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 600 | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Seat | GMC |
Model | 600 | Acadia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3020 mm |