1972 Renault 15 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 15 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
