1969 Seat 600 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 951 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 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 600 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
