1964 Seat 600 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 600 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Seat 600 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 600 | 146 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |