1961 Seat 600 vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Swift 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 164 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 1961 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1998 Suzuki Swift (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Swift 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 Swift | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
