1961 Seat 600 vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 604 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Seat 600 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | 600 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |