1969 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 874 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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 600 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Seat | Jeep |
Model | 600 | Compass |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |