1963 Seat 600 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 695 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, 2011 Kia Soul, 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | 600 | Soul |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 2000 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 | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |