1962 Seat 600 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 38 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 415 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 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 600 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | 600 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |