1962 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008, 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 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Seat 600 | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2735 mm |
