1961 Seat 600 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 43 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 889 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 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Seat 600 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
