1962 Seat 600 vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 145 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 600 | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Seat | Westfield |
Model | 600 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |