1966 Seat 600 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Seat 600 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
