1969 Seat 600 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 35 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 756 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 600 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Touran |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |