1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 600 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |