1962 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 46 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 373 kg more than 1962 Seat 600.
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, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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, 2008 Toyota Tazz (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Seat 600 | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
