1962 Seat 600 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 665 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, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Golf |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |