1962 Seat 600 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 961 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Seat 600 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2741 mm |
