1962 Seat 600 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 45 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 855 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, 2007 Seat Altea, 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 600 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Altea |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |