1969 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 39 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 403 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 600 | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
