1963 Seat 600 vs. 1979 Seat 133
To start off, 1979 Seat 133 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 133 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 133 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Seat 133 (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 1979 Seat 133 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | 133 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |