1964 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 966 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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Seat 600 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2604 mm |