1961 Seat 600 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 41 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1049 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Seat 600 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
