1962 Seat 600 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 535 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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Seat 600 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Seat Toyota
Model 600 Highlander
Year Released 1962 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 597 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 19 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2720 mm


 

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