1973 Datsun Laurel vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 1973 Datsun Laurel is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun Laurel (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 1165 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.
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, 1973 Datsun Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Datsun Laurel | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Datsun | Seat |
| Model | Laurel | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
