1965 Seat 600 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 717 kg more than 1965 Seat 600.
Because 1965 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 1965 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Seat 600 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
