1969 Seat 600 vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim, 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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 600 | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | 600 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |