1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 615 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Centura | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
