1969 Seat 600 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 1090 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, 2006 Seat Altea, 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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 600 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Altea |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |