1963 Seat 600 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 33 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 481 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |