1964 Seat 600 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 47 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1129 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Seat 600 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2838 mm |