1963 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2215 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 600 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 598 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3380 mm |