1964 Seat 600 vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Laser weights approximately 540 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, 2003 Ford Laser, 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, 2003 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Seat 600 | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
