1963 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 45 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 845 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, 2008 Seat Toledo, 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |