1962 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 48 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 1298 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Seat 600 | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Seat | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
