1964 Seat 600 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Seat 600 | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Golf |
Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |