1966 Seat 600 vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 809 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Seat 600 | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 765 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |