1962 Seat 600 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 637 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 1962 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 600 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Golf |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |