1963 Seat 600 vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 1140 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |