1961 Seat 600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 46 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1723 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 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Seat 600 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
