1968 Seat 600 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Seat 600 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
