1960 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 52 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 795 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, 2012 Fiat Multipla, 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, 2012 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 600 | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
