1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1962 Seat 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
