1962 Seat 600 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1974 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 75 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1974 Steyr Haflinger (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Seat 600 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Seat | Steyr |
| Model | 600 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
