1968 Seat 600 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 935 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
