1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Seat 600
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Spider | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
