1962 Seat 600 vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1395 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 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 600 | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |