1961 Seat 600 vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1961 Seat 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 19 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 600 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1957 Seat 600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 40 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Seat 600 | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
