1970 Seat 600 vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 1983 Subaru DL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru DL weights approximately 210 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, 1983 Subaru DL, 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, 1983 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 600 | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | DL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
