1963 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 1038 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, 2010 Opel Corsa, 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Seat 600 2010 Opel Corsa
Make Seat Opel
Model 600 Corsa
Year Released 1963 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 767 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 24 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 47 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2520 mm


 

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