1963 Seat 600 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 810 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | 600 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |