1970 Saab 99 vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, both 1970 Saab 99 and 1970 Seat 600 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab 99 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99, 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, 1970 Saab 99 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Saab 99 | 1970 Seat 600 | |
Make | Saab | Seat |
Model | 99 | 600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1709 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |