1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | 117 | 600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1818 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |