1966 Seat 600 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 39 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour, 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 Smart ForFour (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Seat 600 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | 600 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 765 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |