1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 13 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Challenger | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Challenger | 600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |