1969 Seat 600 vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 41 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 1,120 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i10 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 540 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, 2010 Hyundai i10, 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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 600 | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | 600 | i10 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 153 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 | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |