1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1969 Seat 600

To start off, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 1 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 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 385 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.

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 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Mazda RX-2 1969 Seat 600
Make Mazda Seat
Model RX-2 600
Year Released 1970 1969
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2292 cc 767 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 47 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2010 mm


 

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