1964 Seat 600 vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1375 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 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Seat 600 | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
