1969 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 495 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 600 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Polo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 47 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |