1966 Seat 600 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza

To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 821 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Seat 600 2001 Toyota Altezza
Make Seat Toyota
Model 600 Altezza
Year Released 1966 2001
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 765 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 24 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 47 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 1396 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2800 mm


 

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