1960 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600.
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 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 600 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
