1964 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 44 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 2006 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 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Seat 600 2008 Toyota Highlander
Make Seat Toyota
Model 600 Highlander
Year Released 1964 2008
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 767 cc 3546 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 24 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 47 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 2581 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2800 mm


 

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