1963 Seat 600 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 34 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 880 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | Magna |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |