1969 Seat 600 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 720 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 600 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
