1966 Seat 600 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 41 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600.
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, 2007 Volvo S80, 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Seat 600 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
