1963 Seat 600 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 670 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, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Seat 600 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
