1963 Seat 600 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 42 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 530 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Polo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |