1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Seat 600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 1959 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, both vehicles can yield 40 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1959 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Fellow | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2010 mm |
